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Pride Health is hiring a Laboratory Assistant / Specimen Technician to support our client's healthcare facility in Lewisville, 75067Interested? Apply Today!Job Details:Schedule: 5am-130pm Tuesday to SaturdayLocation: Lewisville TX 75067Contract Length: 3 MonthsPay Range: $16/hr to $17.88/hr*Pay offered is based on experience, expertise, credentialing, and education.Job SummaryThe Specimen Processing Technician I (SPT I) provides general support within the Specimen Processing Department. This role involves data entry and handling of laboratory specimens while ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with regulations. The position is critical to maintaining quality standards and customer satisfaction in a fast-paced production environment.Key ResponsibilitiesPerform specimen processing tasks including:A-station operationsPresorting specimensPickup and delivery of processed specimens to the laboratoryImaging/microfilmingCentrifugation and aliquotingEnter data accurately (minimum 6,000 alphanumeric keystrokes per hour)Ensure all tasks are completed with accuracy, confidence, and within required timelinesUnderstand and identify specimen types related to client test ordersComply with changing test-ordering regulations and policiesMaintain flexibility to adapt to daily operational changes and customer demandsWork in a biohazard environment while following safety protocolsMaintain a clean and organized workspaceCommunicate effectively with team members and other staff levelsSupport productivity, quality standards, and departmental turnaround timesWork Environment & RequirementsProduction-based environment with focus on productivity and qualityAbility to sit or stand for extended periodsExposure to biohazard materials; adherence to safety practices requiredMajority of shifts are night shiftsAvailability required for:WeekendsHolidaysOn-call dutiesOvertimeSkills & CompetenciesStrong data entry and computer skillsExcellent organizational abilitiesAttention to detail and accuracyAbility to adapt to frequent changesStrong interpersonal and communication skillsAbility to work efficiently in a fast-paced environmentRequirements:Education: HighSchoolLicense(s): NoCertification(s): NoYears of experience: No prior experience requiredPreferred:Laboratory or specimen processing experienceMedical background and knowledge of medical terminologyHospital laboratory experienceExperience in a production environmenPride-Health offers eligible employee's comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.Equal Employment OpportunityPride-Health is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.Fair Chance EmploymentPride-Health is a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.AccommodationsWe are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates : Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.